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KMID : 0869920080140010012
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Journal of Korean Academy Society of Nursing Education
2008 Volume.14 No. 1 p.12 ~ p.19
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The Effects of an Admission-Education Program on Knowledge, Self-Efficacy, Self-Care and Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes Patients
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Lee Young-Ran
Kang Mee-Aei
Kim Pa-Geon
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Abstract
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Purpose: This study was performed to explore the effects of an admission-education program on knowledge, self-efficacy, self-care and glucose control in type 2 diabetes patients.
Method: A single group pre-post test design was used. Twenty-one patients participated in this program during 6 days which consisted of education and practice about exercise, diet, self-care and prevention of complications. Variables at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months were measured.
Results: Knowledge level, self-care level and self-efficacy were significantly increased over time after the admission-education program. The HbA1C level and glucose level in urine were significantly decreased over time after the admission-education program.
onclusion: The admission-education program can increase levels of knowledge, self-care, self-efficacy and decrease glucose levels. Therefore, this admissioneducation program was shown to have a positive effect on the management of diabetes.
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KEYWORD
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Admission-education program, Knowledge, Self-efficacy, Self-care HbA1C
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